Superman pose, or viparita shalabhasana in Sanskrit, is a variation of locust pose. With the belly on the floor, the yogi lifts their legs and arms toward the sky, stretching from fingertips to toes. The pose is wonderfully strengthening for the back and improves digestion.

Superman pose is a floor yoga pose that strengthens the muscles of your lower back. To perform Superman pose, the yogi lies prone on their mat with their chin also placed on the mat. With the legs together and engaged, the yogi reaches the arms out in front of their body with the palms facing the floor.